HIGHLIGHTS

• Well presented and retaining much of its originality 
• Older restoration continuing to hold up well
• Desirable 'Traveller' variant with charming wooden framing
• Garage stored and thus nicely preserved

THE APPEAL

Presented in very good condition, 'VYY42G' is a pleasing example of the marque that has benefited from a historic restoration and little use since. The captivating classic has spent the majority of its recent life garaged and undercover but is raring to once again back on the roads creating a stir. Accompanied by an array of parts and a small selection of paperwork, this Traveller is an excellent classic for any level of enthusiast who is looking to enjoy refining a cult hero.

THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK 

• UK registered 14th February 1969 
• Seven previous owners 
• V5C present 
• Current ownership since September 2021 
• MOT & Tax exempt 
• Supplied with a collection of invoices 
• Original owner's manual 
• Lubrication chart 
• Image documentation of restoration 
• Box of miscellaneous spare parts 

THE INTERIOR 

• Characterful interior in very good condition 
• Charming patina accrued over the years
• Highly original and well preserved
• The black vinyl seats are in very good condition, with very little in the way of wear
• Original two-spoke steering wheel in fantastic original condition 
• Gorgeous centrally positioned speedometer - reportedly in full working order
• Finished in body colour, the attractive dashboard exhibits a few superficial paint chips, but nothing more
• The headlining is in good condition with only one small repair visible 
• The luggage compartment is presented well with just small signs of use present 
• Fold flat rear seats - a practical and futuristic feature for the time
• Rear spare wheel compartment all in good visual order
• The carpets look to be in really good condition with light signs of use as you'd expect
• All dials, switches and controls are all reported to be operational 

THE EXTERIOR 

• Handsome and much coveted Traveller variant
• Very well presented for its age, with no accident damage or notable finish blemishes
• Subject to an older restoration, which has survived nicely
• Slight paint blistering to the bonnet and a few other localised areas although this is hardly noticeable
• Recent light paint recommissioning 
• Old English White paint in great overall condition 
• The wood frame is in good condition but the rear door requires attention 
• A small section of wood to the top right of the rear door requires treatment 
• The chrome in great condition with the lightest patina 
• Wheels and wheel trims presented in good condition 
• The underside looks good with a good level of protection in place 

THE MECHANICS 

• 1098cc BMC A-Series 
• Four-Speed manual gearbox 
• Just 1,200 miles covered since 2006 
• Reportedly starting readily and running smoothly
• Driven short distances during photography and performed excellently 
• Confident engine performance 
• Good braking performance 
• Used sparingly during the current ownership for occasional drives out and local shows

SUMMARY